Innostream INNO 99 Overview
The Innostream INNO 99, released in February 2004, was a clamshell phone targeted towards users seeking a basic and affordable communication device with a few additional features.
Pros:
- Compact and lightweight:Â Weighing only 91 grams and measuring 87 x 46 x 24 mm, the INNO 99 offered good portability.
- Long battery life:Â The 720mAh Lithium-Ion battery provided up to 100 hours of standby time and 6 hours of talk time.
- Basic functionality:Â It catered to essential communication needs with features like voice calling, SMS, MMS, and email (limited by the phone’s capabilities).
- VGA camera:Â While offering very low resolution (640 x 480 pixels) compared to modern standards, it was a unique feature for a basic phone of the time.
Cons:
- Outdated technology:Â Released in 2004, the INNO 99 is significantly outdated by today’s standards.
- Limited functionality:Â It lacks features commonly found in modern phones, such as internet access beyond basic WAP browsing, advanced messaging capabilities, apps, GPS, and video recording.
- Low-resolution display:Â The TFT display offered a resolution of only 128 x 160 pixels, resulting in poor visual quality compared to modern phone screens.
- Discontinued:Â The INNO 99 is a discontinued phone, meaning spare parts and software updates are likely unavailable.